Merchandise Planner - Athleta Franchise

Merchandise Planner - Athleta Franchise

Full time Two Folsom, San Francisco, CA, US

In this role, you will be a part of the Franchise Merchandise Planning team that brings the financial strategy of our product vision to life for our Franchisees around the world. As Planner, you will help drive franchisee seasonal investments to hit wholesale and margin budget for all divisions through analysis of division / product performance across key accounts. You are passionate about using your qualitative and quantitative skillset in a corporate fashion retail environment and find joy in identifying global market nuances. You are curious, innovative, and focused on executing an amazing customer experience while delivering / exceeding financial targets. Strong analytical and storytelling skills will serve you well, and a collaborative mindset is a must. This position will be based in SF HQ and will be part of the Gap Inc Franchise Product team, partnering with teams such as Franchise Merchandising, Account Management, Product Operations, Store Experience and Marketing as well as the Athleta Omni Planning team.

Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by division and department

Develop and communicate, in conjunction with Merchandising, comprehensive pre-season strategies that aligns to future financial product opportunities; while protecting key product attributes through franchise exclusives and market nuances, such as southern hemisphere seasonality and year-round hot markets

Comfortable with presenting to multiple audiences (internal and external cross functional meetings, product level financials, and in-season performance to identify future risks and opportunities)

Identify and set financial product benchmarks and guardrails at partner level each season

Influence partner seasonal investments and sign off partner investments within seasonal investment reviews

Develop processes and tools based on fast paced changing retail environment and Franchisee needs

Build relationships with Franchisee and cross functional teams

Must be comfortable in Excel (e.g. data manipulation and advanced formula knowledge), and be systems savvy

Believe in the Power of Team; builds constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners

Possess strong business acumen and strategic agility, able to handle many projects simultaneously while effectively prioritizing workload

Be a problem solver, not just problem spotter and work to drive toward solutions with speed, conviction and a blue-sky mentality

Demonstrate strong listening, written and oral communication skills

Minimum of 3+ years of merchandise planning / buying experience

Experience in wholesale and consultant like roles is a plus

Merchandise discount for our brands : 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.

One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.

Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.

Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.

Employee stock purchase plan.

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity. Salary Range : $79,800 - $105,800 USD Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.